Scholarships are worth between £1,000 and £18,000, depending on how much funding is required for a project. Scholarship winners also receive an emblazoned certificate.

Eligible applicants are craftsmen and women of all ages who live and work permanently in the UK. Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they already have a high level of skill and are firmly committed to their craft or trade.

A connection with firms or individuals holding Royal Warrants is not required.

For those wishing to apply for QEST Scholarship funding, this application process is now open